5S

The 5S is a work design methodoly inherent to the production industry although it has increasingly been applied in the service sector as well which stands for a instrument of workplace organisation to keep it clean and suitable for work practices. Since cleanliness and order are the basic requirements of efficient work processes, the 5S is often used as a tool for continuous improvement. They can be translated from the Japanese as "sort", "straighten", "shine", "standardise" and "sustain" and they are:

Seiri

整理 (Sort)

• keeping only necessary items
• Make work easier by eliminating obstacles.
• Reduce chance of being disturbed with unnecessary items
• Prevent accumulation of unnecessary items
• Segregate unwanted material from the workplace

Seiton

整頓 (Systematic Arrangement)

• Can also be translated as "put in order", "straighten", or "streamline"
• Arrange all necessary items so they can be easily selected for use
• Prevent loss and waste of time
• Ensure first-come-first-served basis

Seiso

清掃 (Shine)

• Can also be translated as "sweep", "sanitize", or "scrub"
• Clean your workplace regularly and thoroughly
• Prevent machinery and equipment deterioration

Seiketsu

清潔 (Standardize)

• Standardise the best practices in the work area.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and workplace organisation at all times.
• Everything in its right place.

Shitsuke

躾 (Sustain)

• Also translates as "do without being told"
• Perform regular audits
• Enforce constant training and discipline

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